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About this property
CastAway Waterfront Rustic Cabin Very Private With Outdoor Cabana
Come relax in this luxurious new log cabin just completed in December 2022. CastAway Cabin is unlike any other properties in the area and is situated at the end of the road on a private 65 acre estate located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains This very private getaway is just 25 minutes from Asheville and the Biltmore Estate and 10 minutes from downtown Waynesville. CastAway Cabin is along the elegant/rustic flavor. Just minutes away from Cataloochee snow skiing as well as hiking and fishing. The lawn just in front of the cabin gently slopes to the river just steps from the front porch. CastAway Cabin is located 1 mile from I-40 exit 24 and 25 minutes from downtown Asheville. Take a mere 10 minute drive and enjoy all that downtown Waynesville or Maggie Valley has to offer from fine dining to some of the best breweries in the area. The Blue Ridge Parkway runs all along this area and the cabin is just minutes away from several of its entrances. CastAway Cabin is constructed from mostly reclaimed materials. After a lifetime of tearing down old barns and cabins it was time to put some of the reclaimed wood to good use. The oak logs were all reclaimed from standing dead timber right here on the property. The ceilings throughout the cabin are made from reclaimed beetle kill ash trees harvested just across the river. The flooring is made from 100+ year old reclaimed heart pine. All of the trim work in the cabin is reclaimed barn wood salvaged from local barns that we have dismantled through the years. Fishing in this area is a big attraction so bring your fishing poles and get lost in the beauty of the western North Carolina mountains. Take a short stroll down the front lawn and be fishing within minutes of your arrival or set up a guided float trip or fly fishing excursion with some of our highly recommended local guides. The cabin offers one bedroom with a king size bed and pillow top mattress. The bathroom is well equipped with full sized front load washer and dryer as well as a beautiful travertine shower. The kitchen has most everything for your cooking needs. The cozy living room has a beautiful natural native stone fireplace with gas logs. The TVs in both the living room and the bedroom are internet TVs so you can watch all your favorite shows on Netflix …etc. Stroll out to the cabana and fire up the grill and enjoy the sound of the river passing by. You will more than likely see some kind of wildlife during your stay from the deer, bear, turkeys, squirrels, hawks and the bald eagles that patrol the river. CastAway Cabin is truly a one of a kind getaway and is a working farm as well. The property is home to a cattle herd and our daughters horse Rosie that all frequent the field just in front of the cabin. With four unique private log homes available on the property now…Riverbend Cabin (listing number 7843149), Paradise Cabin (listing number 1148597), and Cedar Cliff Cabin (listing number 2232038) and now CastAway Cabin please message us to reserve multiple cabins for your family getaway. We hope that your visit to the mountains of Western North Carolina and stay in our cabin creates memories that will stay with you forever. Please respect the cabin and treat it as if it were your own as we respect you as a customer.
***Tax collected at booking includes state and county occupancy tax**** ***Cleaning fee will be added to your total reservation charge***
Property manager
Jack Chambers
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Waynesville
Located in Waynesville, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Balsam Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Waynesville Recreation Center and Queen's Farm Stables. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Waynesville, NC
What's nearby
Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
Wheels Through Time Museum - 19 min drive - 19.3 km
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 20 min drive - 20.0 km
Cataloochee Ski Area - 21 min drive - 20.5 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 12 min drive
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Sherrill's Pioneer Restaurant - 9 min drive
Haywood Cafe - 3 min drive
Burger King - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is CastAway Waterfront Rustic Cabin Very Private With Outdoor Cabana pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at CastAway Waterfront Rustic Cabin Very Private With Outdoor Cabana?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at CastAway Waterfront Rustic Cabin Very Private With Outdoor Cabana?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is CastAway Waterfront Rustic Cabin Very Private With Outdoor Cabana located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Pigeon River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Blue Ridge Health - Haywood and Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and Waynesville Recreation Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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If you are looking for off the beaten path but yet close to things to do you don’t have to look further. Jack & Christy have really hit the mark when it comes to luxury. Every little detail has been thought of down to binoculars on the porch! We definitely will be coming back to WNC as we barely began to see everything we want to. Thank you for a great getaway and for checking in on us when we got there- 10/10!
This was our second time staying at Castaway Cabin and it's the perfect place to get away from a busy world and celebrate our anniversary. Jack and Christy are very responsive and even offered earlier check in since the cabin was ready
Jack and Christy do an outstanding job of creating a warm, welcoming and relaxing experience in their lovely cabin on the river. We had a wonderful time and I cannot recommend this lovely place highly enough! You will not be disappointed. They thought of literally everything for your comfort and enjoyment.
It was an amazing stay! The beautiful little cabin was nestled down by the river were we enjoyed listening to the water running over the rocks every morning with coffee.
Our Castaway Cabin stay was wonderful and truly an unforgettable experience. Firstly, the cabin is even better in person than the pictures portray. It is cozy, comfortable, immaculately clean and makes you feel relaxed the moment you walk in. Add the complete privacy plus serenity of the woods and creek and you experience nature at its best. Jack and Christy are excellent hosts who really care about you. All in all a 10,rating.
Great little getaway cabin for 2. The owner has a few rental cabins on thebriver on his property, so just make sure to get directions from him to get to the right spot (the address is to the entire property). The cabins are sporadic through the property, so you still have the feel (and reality) of being secluded.
I rented the cabin for my parents 37th wedding anniversary and they had the most relaxing and peaceful stay. I visited my parents one day at the property and the listing pictures do not do it justice. The cabin is far above any other cabin I’ve ever rented. The custom woodwork and attention to detail should be award winning. Not to mention peace and tranquility the cabin has to offer nestled right on the Pigeon River. The cabin was amazing and will definitely be enjoying this cabin for myself soon.
You couldn’t ask for a better location. The cabin and view was far above what we expected. Once you get there you will not want to leave and Jack and Christy are great host. I would highly recommend booking this property
We enjoyed five nights in this beautiful cabin on Pigeon River and will definitely be back. We’ve rented many cabins over the years and Cast Away is by far, the best. High end cabin with everything needed for a wonderful vacation. Jack and Christy were excellent hosts and the farm animals visited us in the mornings. What a delight! We will definitely be back.
I was needing some serious peace and quiet and this property was perfect. The cabin and the setting was beyond what I imagined. The attention to detail in the cabin and property was stellar. The owners went above and beyond for me. Couldn’t have been better; I’ll be back.
The cabin was perfect and the photos do not do it justice! The cabin was beautifully decorated and stocked better than any cabin we have ever rented. They thought of all of the extra touches! The outside space and view are the show stopper, though. We spent a lot of time sitting by the river and enjoying the view and sound. And we enjoyed the cows and horse in the pasture. Jack and Christy stopped by on the day we checked in just to make sure we didn’t need anything. The WiFi did not work at one point, so I text Jack and he stopped by and reset the router that same evening. They were fantastic hosts and this was the most peaceful spot. We will definitely be back!
After the intensity of burying a parent days before we found ourselves going to the mountain cabin we picked out months before. It was a balm to sit by the beautiful stream, cook in the well appointed kitchen, read on the porch and wander over to delightful Waynesville for some meals. Jack and Christy are wonderful hosts and as good as the photos are, they do not do justice to the unique experience the have created for their guests.
I booked this home for my parents anniversary and they absolutely loved it! They said that it was the best vacation they’ve ever had and that the place was absolutely beautiful. The hosts were very kind and even went above and beyond by dropping off a cake for them as a gift for their anniversary. The home was exceptionally clean and had everything they needed. They can’t wait to take another trip there soon!
Amazing & Beautiful 5-Star property! Steps from gorgeous Pigeon River for relaxing and fly fishing. We will definitely be back again soon. Thank you for an Amazing week!
From the second we arrived on the property, we didn't want to leave. The cabin far exceeded our expectations. It was incredibly peaceful. Between the river lazily babbling by the property and the morning visits from the herd of cattle, we were mesmerized by the beauty with which we were surrounded. The location is absolutely perfect, when looking up directions to sights of interest, we were continously surprised to see how close we were to all destinations. At the end of a long day hiking, or being out on the town, we found the ride back was an absolute delight. It really is a slice of heaven. Jack and Christy were wonderful hosts and we hope to return soon. Thanks for everything! Love, The Newlyweds
Very enjoyable and more than we expected. Everything was provided that we may have needed. Beautiful location and the quietness was unbelievable. We felt like we were miles away from everyone. We will most certainly arrange from for another visit. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality.
One of the most beautiful cabins we have stayed in. Right on the river with the feeling of exclusion. Highly recommend and will be staying again in the future. Host and facility a true ***** rating
T and T
Sumter S.C.
The cabin was absolutely beautiful and described perfectly. Pictures are accurate and spot on. The property had great views and hearing the water flow all day was very peaceful. Location was perfect for what we wanted to do.
Thanks again for your hospitality and sharing your home with us!
Everything about this was perfect. It was easy to get to, centrally located to everything, the privacy, the beautiful stream that runs a few feet from your door, the pasture and the daily visits from the cows and horse, and the cleanliness. The cabin was fully furnished and stocked with everything you needed. The owners couldn’t be more accommodating. We loved it.
Absolutely Perfect! Precious private cabin on the peaceful and serene river on a gorgeous rolling mountain farm! The location is perfect - close to Waynesville, Maggie Valley and all surrounding towns. Great area for motorcycle riding - be aware that the road into the cabin is steep and narrow but it is paved down to the creek. We have a small enclosed trailer to haul our bike and we were fine and there is a place to park the trailer at the cabin. The hosts were gracious to offer us to park the trailer at their house on top of the mountain as well. Hosts were awesome! Very attentive but also allowed for privacy. Many great restaurants within 15 mins but cabin is well appointed for whatever you’d like to cook while there along with a covered patio overlooking the river with a grill. Cabin was super clean, comfortable and cozy! We can’t wait to return!! We’ve told all our friends also!!
From the minute we drove up you could tell this place was going to be amazing! It had everything we could possibly need. We loved the scenery and spent most of our time outside. The inside was beautiful and so clean and cozy! Would definitely recommend and we will definitely be back!!
Very nice waterfront cabin. Jack and Christy provided everything you need. Everything in the cabin is high quality. Enjoy your fishing while you’re staying there. We would recommend to stay here if you like privacy!
This property was even better than we expected. The river, the cabana, and the cabin were the perfect combination of cozy and serene for an amazing weekend. Our only regret was that we couldn't stay longer. The hosts were responsive and ensured our anniversary weekend was special. We have decided this is our permanent go-to spot for vacation.
Susan T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jack Chambers
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests